Pierre Indian Learning Center serves 127 students in grades 1-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierre Indian Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pierre Indian Learning Center's student population of 127 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pierre Indian Learning Center is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Pierre Indian Learning Center?
127 students attend Pierre Indian Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pierre Indian Learning Center students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierre Indian Learning Center?
Pierre Indian Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pierre Indian Learning Center offer ?
Pierre Indian Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Pierre Indian Learning Center part of?
Pierre Indian Learning Center is part of Pierre Indian Learning Center School District.
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